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All of the Ouija rules and superstitions to follow when getting rid of a spirit board
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While Ouija boards can be a fun, spooky game to play with friends, if you’ve had a negative experience with one, you may want to get rid of it as soon as possible. According to legend, Ouija boards can return if they aren’t disposed of properly, so it’s important to make sure you know what you’re doing. In this article, we’ll teach you the proper way to get rid of a Ouija board, as well as how not to get rid of it. Plus, learn when you should dispose of them, whether you can give them away, and how to get rid of any lingering spirits of demons.
Getting Rid of a Ouija Board: Quick Steps
- End the session by moving the planchette to “Goodbye.”
- Cleanse the board of negative energy with sage, salt, or crystals.
- Break the board into 7 pieces.
- Bury the Ouija board, preferably on consecrated ground.
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How to Get Rid of a Ouija Board
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Close the session properly. When you’re done using the Ouija board , be sure to end the session by moving the planchette to “Goodbye” and politely asking the spirits to return to the spirit world. This helps ensure that no spirits linger and that malevolent spirits cannot use the board as a portal to enter your home. [1] X Research source
- Most believe that as long as you end the session properly, there’s nothing to worry about and you shouldn’t have to dispose of the board entirely.
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2Spiritually cleanse the Ouija board. Some believe it is important to cleanse the Ouija board before you get rid of it to prevent any negative energy or spirits from staying around. Choose any cleansing ritual you want; many prefer using sage , salt, or crystals to purify the board. If you use sage, simply wave the smoke over and around the board. Pour a circle of salt around the board, or place a purifying crystal (like clear quartz or black obsidian) on top of it. [2] X Research source
- It’s also a good idea to cleanse your home or the area in which you used the board.
- Note that white sage, specifically, is a part of a closed Native American practice, so if you aren’t of Native descent, use a different type of sage to cleanse.
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3Break the board into 7 pieces (optional). 7 is a spiritual number that has many positive associations across cultures and religions, including Christianity. For this reason, many believe it is best to break the Ouija board into 7 pieces before disposing of it. Once you’ve broken the board, sprinkle each piece with Holy Water. [3] X Research source
- While many believe you must break the board in order to dispose of it properly, others believe doing so is a bad idea, as it will release evil spirits or energy into your life. It is up to you to decide which you believe.
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4Bury the Ouija board. Whether you break the Ouija board or not, the next step is to bury it. [4] X Research source If possible, bury the Ouija board on consecrated ground (like in a cemetery or at a church), though any ground will do. Place the board in a hole deep enough that it can’t be easily dug back up. If you didn’t break it into pieces, many traditions suggest burying it facedown. Then, cover the board with dirt and leave the area.
- Some believe that you should cover the area with salt once the board has been buried. The idea is that the salt will soak into the ground when it rains and purify the board.
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Getting Rid of Ouija Board Spirits or Demons
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1Say goodbye at the end of the session. Remembering to say goodbye is one of the most important steps for getting spirits to return to their world. When you’re done using the Ouija board, thank the spirits for talking to you and politely ask them to leave. Move the planchette over the word “goodbye” to officially end the session. [8] X Research source
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2Store the board and planchette away from each other. Some believe that if the board and planchette are stored together, it opens a portal that allows spirits to enter your home without your permission. To prevent this, store the two pieces in separate locations, or wrap the planchette in a cloth to keep it from touching the board directly. [9] X Research source
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3Perform a cleansing ritual. If you’ve properly closed the connection and still feel like a spirit or demon has lingered, cleanse your Ouija board, yourself, and your house to remove any negative energy. Some common spiritual cleansing methods include using rosewater , incense , or the smoke of a purifying herb like sage . If you’re religious, saying a prayer and asking for the spirit to leave can also help. [10] X Research source
- In most cases, you’ll simply wave the smoke around the area or spritz it with the rosewater to cleanse the energy. If you choose a more complex ritual, be sure to follow the instructions exactly.
- If this doesn’t work, consider contacting a priest or spiritual healer for more help.
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History of Ouija Boards
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Ouija boards were invented in 1891. The late 1800s saw a rise in the Spiritualist Movement, in which people became fascinated with ghosts, seances , and the paranormal. The invention of the Ouija board allowed people to talk to spirits from the comfort of their own homes. In the late 19th century, seances weren’t viewed as taboo or evil in the eyes of Christianity. [12] X Research source
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The board became associated with demons in the 1970s. Ouija boards weren’t viewed as evil or demonic until the release of the movie The Exorcist in 1973. The film showed the board as a tool for demonic possession, which transformed it from a harmless parlor game to a gateway for the devil to enter your home. [13] X Research source
- After this, many other horror movies used Ouija boards the same way, so these negative connotations don’t seem like they’ll be going away any time soon.
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- Most people believe that spirits can only harm you if you believe in them, so if you don’t believe in Ouija boards, it’s probably okay to throw them away. If you don’t want to risk it, though, follow the proper disposal method.Thanks
- Remember, Ouija boards are marketed as toys, so take everything with a grain of salt if you choose to use them.Thanks
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